Some excerpts from the website of Haymount House that might be useful
Coldstream sits on the river Tweed and forms the natural boundary between Scotland and England with the backdrop of the Cheviot Hills and there are many walks in and around the town. The area is also renowned for
golf and fishing. There is a
tennis court in the town for hire and a Riding School nearby. Places of interest in Coldstream. The Coldstream Museum. In the Market Square in Coldstream the new museum, built in the
courtyard of the old museum, opened by the Queen in 1994. Displays explore the history of Coldstream and its people with a special section devoted to the Coldstream Guards, the Regiment named after its stay in the town in 1659. The museum gallery shows a programme of temporary exhibitions from Easter to October. There is a small area for retail items, and the
courtyard has a fountain and picnic area. Henderson
Gardens is the central
gardens in Coldstream with excellent views of the River Tweed and the Cheviot hills. At the viewpoint stands a stone monument to the Coldstream Guards tercentary in 1960. The Coldstream Guards took the name of the town in commemoration of the day in 1660 when they set out from there for London to play a vital part in the restoration of the monarchy. The Hirsel Country Park. The nearby estate offers woodland and lakeside walks with a wonderful display of rhododendrons and azaleas in May and June. It offers something for the ornithologist, botanist, forester, zoologist, archaeologist and historian and also has a museum, workshops, gift
shop and
tea room. There is also a
Centre for Arts and Crafts where Craftsmen and women, work and display their high quality items; such as Glass
Studio wonderful original glassware. Hand-woven textiles - in finest natural materials. Ceramics and Pottery hand made domestic ware and wall plaques. Craft House Gallery an ever changing collection of high quality work mainly by Scottish Borders Artists. The Hirsel Country Park is open throughout the year. The Hirsel
Golf Club A parkland
golf course of outstanding natural
beauty. The course offers a challenge to the accomplished golfer, yet it is not intimidating for the higher-handicap player. Visitors are very welcome.
A spacious late Victorian house set in the middle of Coldstream with over an acre of mature
gardens and woodland that offers a private, secluded space to relax in. There are three large, comfortable and well-equipped
en-suite rooms,
2 double bedrooms and one twin. All three are spacious and offer areas for private relaxation. Each is equipped with a refreshment tray,
radio,
hairdryer and all three have en-
suite facilities - 2 with
shower rooms and the third with a grand
bathroom. The
dining room overlooks the
garden and is light and airy - a delightful place to enjoy our varied
breakfast menu. It is our aim to provide a quality stay for you and with this in mind we take pleasure in offering:
Tea or
coffee in the grounds. Local produce, organic and free range where available. Packed
lunches if required (by arrangement). Private
parking available. Haymount is a no smoking house. A warm, friendly and comfortable welcome awaits you at Haymount House. Our website is currently under construction, but you may contact us for more information or to book on 01890 883 619 or alternatively via email
haymount@btinternet.com
Fruit Juice Assortment of Cereals Organic Porridge Fresh Fruit Organic Yoghurt. Scottish
Breakfast: sausage, bacon, mushrooms, tomato, free-range eggs cooked to your choice. Any combination of the above is available. Omelette - mushroom or plain.
Tea and
Coffee Organic home-baked bread Home-made marmalade and preserves. We use organic and free-range when available
The area abounds with picturesque places to see from to the splendours of. Other places worth visiting Abbeys to visit Great Houses to visit - Royal Botanic
Gardens at Dawyck and Edinburgh and many
gardens in the surrounding countryside.
Bed and
Breakfast from £35 per person per night. Single Occupancy from £47.50 per night). Vegetarian and special diets catered for. Haymount is a no smoking house. Pets by arrangement.
Telephone: 01890 883 619 Email: Host: Karen McKinlay